Rachel Gardiner
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador, excelling in play-based learning and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through individualized support and innovative curriculum development, fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Committed to ongoing professional growth and effective parent-teacher communication, ensuring holistic child development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Of Newfoundland And Labrador
03.2025 - Current
- Supported children with individualized needs and interests, creating customized learning experiences.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Supported children's development through a child-led, play-based curriculum.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Enhanced student learning by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lesson plans.
- Mentored new educators, providing guidance on effective teaching approaches and classroom management techniques.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day's schedule.
Recreation Coordinator
Town of Portugal Cove- St. Phillips
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations, fostering partnerships that enhanced the quality of recreation programs offered.
- Researched, planned, and organized mentally stimulating activities for individuals between ages of 4 and 12.
- Maintained safe and clean facilities at all times, conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced participant experience by developing engaging and interactive summer program activities.
- Coordinated special events to enhance participants cultural understanding and foster community connections.
- Maintained detailed records of participant attendance, progress, and achievements for reporting purposes.
- Fostered a sense of community among participants and staff, creating lasting connections and contributing to the programs overall success.
- Facilitated ongoing training sessions for staff members, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality programming across all sites.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance and support in their professional development within the summer program context.
- Increased parent satisfaction with timely communication regarding program updates and student progress.
- Ensured smooth daily operations by effectively managing staff scheduling and program logistics.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing youth programs by staying current on relevant legislation and best practices in the field.
- Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
- Oversaw event registration process by collecting and tracking attendee information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive programming that addressed diverse interests and learning styles.
Recreation Program Coordinator
Town of Glovertown
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Fostered a sense of community among participants and staff, creating lasting connections and contributing to the program''s overall success.
- Evaluated program success through regular assessment of participant feedback, making necessary adjustments to improve future offerings.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive environment by fostering open communication among participants.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to secure resources and support for summer programs.
- Trained and supervised staff to complete tasks on time.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensured smooth daily operations by effectively managing staff scheduling and program logistics.
Summer Program Counselor
Town of Glovertown
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Encouraged physical fitness by designing fun exercise routines and leading outdoor adventure excursions.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing diverse summer program activities.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, contributing to memorable summer experiences for campers.
- Developed innovative programming that catered to diverse camper needs, fostering inclusivity within the summer program community.
- Maintained accurate records of camper attendance, medical information, and emergency contacts in compliance with organizational policies.
- Implemented effective time management strategies to balance multiple responsibilities within a fast-paced environment successfully.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
College of The North Atlantic
Gander, NL06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NL10-2024
Skills
- Play-based learning
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum development
- Works excellently as a team member
- Behavioral modeling
- Individualized support
- Goal setting
- Empathy and patience
- Clear communication
- Critical thinking
Languages
English
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
YMCA Of Newfoundland And Labrador
03.2025 - Current
Recreation Coordinator
Town of Portugal Cove- St. Phillips
05.2023 - 09.2023
Recreation Program Coordinator
Town of Glovertown
06.2021 - 08.2022
Summer Program Counselor
Town of Glovertown
06.2019 - 06.2021
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Early Childhood Education
College of The North Atlantic
Bachelor of Arts - English
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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